Hackney pays respects to the fallen on Remembrance Sunday
Our Remembrance Sunday parade takes place on 9 November at 9.30am from Town Hall followed by the Remembrance Day church service at 10am in St John at Hackney Church.
Hackney pays tribute to the servicemen, women and civilians who lost their lives in the two World Wars and later conflicts at the borough’s Remembrance Sunday parade and church service on Sunday 9 November.
The parade, led by Hackney’s Representative Deputy Lieutenant Stephen Howlett DL CBE, will include civic dignitaries as well as ex-service personnel, members of the 3 Military Intelligence Battalion, reserve forces, cadets and youth organisations.
The procession will leave Hackney Town Hall at 9.30am, marching to St John at Hackney Church for the 10am Service of Remembrance.
Following the service, a wreath-laying ceremony will take place at the Cenotaph from 10.40am, featuring a two-minute silence and a performance of The Last Post by a lone bugler. Faith leaders from across Hackney will offer prayers for peace before the parade returns to Town Hall Square at 11:30, where wreaths will also be laid at the borough’s War Memorial.
Remembrance Sunday precedes the 85th anniversary of Remembrance Day on Tuesday 11 November. A one minute silence is observed annually in the UK at 11am on November 11, to mark the anniversary of the First World War’s official armistice.
Councillor Sharon Patrick, Speaker of Hackney, says: “It will be an honour to stand alongside members of the armed forces and fellow residents to pay tribute to the fallen. The ceremony reminds us of the bravery and sacrifice of those who served during the World Wars and other conflicts. It is important that we never forget.”
Hackney’s Representative Deputy Lieutenant Stephen Howlett DL CBE, says: “Remembrance Day is a moment to honour those who have served our country and reflect on the loss and tragedy of war. By remembering the past, we help future generations understand the value of peace.”
Mayor of Hackney, Caroline Woodley, says: “Remembrance Sunday is an opportunity for the whole community to come together and reflect on the immense sacrifices made by so many. It’s a chance to honour the courage of veterans as well as today’s service people who continue to serve with dedication and compassion. Hackney stands united in gratitude and remembrance.”
Information on road closures
To allow for the safe movement of the parade, there will be short rolling road closures on Mare Street (in the Hackney Central area) and on Lower Clapton Road. Drivers should expect brief delays in these areas of up to 10-15 minutes between 9.30–9.45am and 11.15–11.30am. Reading Lane will be closed from 8.30am–12.30pm. Police and security will be in the area to provide support accordingly.